Representative Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ) is introducing a bipartisan resolution expressing support for the ongoing protests in Iran against the longstanding Islamic regime, saying, "Right now, millions of people across Iran are bravely taking to the streets to demand freedom and an end to the barbaric regime."
As Cactus Politics recently covered, protests have erupted against the Iranian regime after the collapse of the Rial, with crowds demanding the overthrow of the Islamic Republic government.
The regime has retaliated with brutal crackdowns that have killed an estimated 600 people, and President Donald Trump has demanded negotiation.
"Iran wants to negotiate, yes. We might meet with them," President Trump said. "But we may have to act because of what is happening before the meeting."
In addition to expressing support for the protesters, Rep. Ansari's resolution demands that the Iranian regime stop its retaliatory crackdowns and reopen internet access.
"Right now, millions of people across Iran are bravely taking to the streets to demand freedom and an end to the barbaric regime," said Rep. Ansari in her press release, adding, "These protests are not just about economic opportunity, but about human rights and dignity. The Iranian people are demanding an end to the Islamic Republic. With a unified, bipartisan voice, I am leading Congress in condemning the regime's brutality towards protesters and standing with the people of Iran in their fight for freedom and democracy."
Joining the Arizona congresswoman are Representatives Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Deborah Ross (D-NC), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Jim Himes (D-CT), Stephanie Bice (R-OH), Mike Carey (R-OH), and Brad Schneider (D-IL).
The protests have gained support among the American people, with a recent demonstration held in Los Angeles. However, marchers appeared to attack a U-Haul truck with a banner attached reading, "No Shah. No Regime. USA: Don't Repeat 1953. No Mullah," in both Arabic and English.
